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Healthcare data breaches set record in 2023
Healthcare data breaches hit an all-time high in 2023 as cybersecurity concerns continue to plague the industry, HIPAA Journal reported.
8 innovative health systems and execs, per Press Ganey
Eight health systems and executives received Human Experience awards for innovation and patient experience from health IT company Press Ganey.
'A house of cards': What's going on with Steward's finances?
When developments around a health system’s financial distress unfold quickly, it usually suggests that something bigger has been brewing for a long time. Such is the case with Steward Health Care.
Cleveland Clinic study finds unique tumor traits in young colon cancer patients
New findings from researchers at Cleveland Clinic have revealed that bacteria in tumors from patients with young-onset colorectal cancer are compositionally distinct, which could help inform targeted approaches to screening and treatments.
Minnesota nurses union proposes cap on hospital CEO pay
The Minnesota Nurses Association has introduced a “Healing Greed Agenda” outlining its priorities for the 2024 Minnesota legislative session, including a limit on CEO pay at nonprofit hospitals.
Health systems outsourcing IT functions
Health systems are increasingly turning to outsourcing as a strategic approach to managing their IT functions.
MaineCare proposal aims to level the playing field for hospital reimbursement
The Maine Department of Health and Human Services and Maine Hospital Association have agreed on a proposal that they say will reform hospital reimbursement rates and improve the health of residents in the state.
Alphabet's health tech company gets new executive
Verily, a precision health technology company owned by Google’s parent company Alphabet, has named Myoung Cha as its new chief product officer.
Health system CIOs divided on 5G
Hospitals have traditionally relied on Wi-Fi to power their organizations, but some campuses are pushing the limits of connectivity, according to The Wall Street Journal.
GE HealthCare reports 15.8% income drop, CEO 'confident' about 2024
GE HealthCare reported 7% revenue growth in 2023 but net income dropped in its first year as a publicly traded company after spinning out from GE.
